Looking for your first home in Canada? CMHC has advice in English, French, Mandarin, Tagalog, Urdu, Punjabi, Spanish and Arabic on important things you need to consider when renting a Canadian home. Read about what to look for in potential rentals and the different types available (privately-owned, shared accommodation, and subsidized housing), plus responsibilities of tenants and landlords, lease agreements, and things to keep in mind when moving in or out.